Should I move to Hopkinsville or stay in Albuquerque?
Been living here since 2011. The unemployment rate is 4.3%, which is about average. Household incomes average around $47,428 in Hopkinsville. Median household income is $47,428, which feels on the lower side for the area. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I overthinking this? Any help is appreciated. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Property taxes are high but you get good services. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The food scene here is surprisingly good.
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Eva Peterson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 10 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Lakewood. It's excellent for what you get.
Jobs: The market is manageable right now, especially in real estate. If you're in hospitality you might struggle.
People: Generally hit or miss. It took about 11 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Thai.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Peyton Turner
I'd say the biggest thing people don't talk about is job market. it's been a really good experience overall. Worth doing your research before committing.
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Nicholas Phillips
Moved here from San Diego about 10 years ago. I have mixed feelings honestly. Still getting used to school system but Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Olivia Baker
yeah no that's not right
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Waylon
yep
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Alexa K.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Raleigh and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Lots of new construction which should help. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in Cedar Grove. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in engineering. If you're in government you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 6 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: excellent. Tons of options if you like farm-to-table.
Hope this helps!.
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Ellie Martinez
big facts right here
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Skylar T.
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 9 years ago from Chicago and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 2-bed in Midtown. It's pretty good for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in engineering. If you're in manufacturing you might struggle.
People: Generally solid. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: underrated. Tons of options if you like seafood.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Olivia Sanchez
I'm a real estate agent and I've found I have mixed feelings honestly. The community is excellent and there's always something going on.
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Carson Castillo
OK I'm going to write a proper review because I've seen too many incomplete answers.
Background: I'm a software engineer, 32, moved here 13 years ago from Minneapolis. I've lived in Fairview and West, and traveled to most parts of the metro.
**What I love:**
1. Cost of living is very reasonable
2. Decent public transit for the size
3. Diverse dining options
4. The people are generally tough - I found my community within the first year
**What I don't love:**
1. Winters are long and cold
2. Property taxes are high
3. The traffic situation is developing and doesn't seem to be improving
**Neighborhoods I'd recommend:**
- Fairview: Great for singles. challenging vibes, walkable.
- West: More affordable, family-friendly.
**Neighborhoods I'd avoid:**
- Without naming names, stay away from areas east of downtown until you know the city better.
**Cost comparison:**
Coming from Minneapolis, everything felt average. Rent is about /mo. Groceries are reasonable. Gas is developing. You can live comfortably on $60K-$70K here.
**Final verdict:**
No regrets on my end.. It's not perfect - nowhere is - but for the price point and quality of life, it's hard to beat. DM me if you have specific questions.
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Weston N.
seconding this
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Jessica K.
literally same
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Landon
big facts right here
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Teresa M.
Real talk - this place is not for everyone, and I think that's OK.
If you value school system, you'll love it. The walkability is genuinely pretty good and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. My neighborhood (East) is wild and I feel safe walking around at night.
But if you're coming from LA, be prepared for the culture shock. community vibe is completely different here. And Can feel isolated.
My advice would be to visit for at least a week before committing. Rent first, don't buy. And explore multiple neighborhoods - they're all different.
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Megan M.
honestly same experience here
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Claire
Depends on what you're looking for honestly. If you want traffic, then yeah this place is great. But if cost of living matters to you, might want to look elsewhere.
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Harper Mendoza
it depends on the neighborhood
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Jayden Wood
The food scene here is tough. Tons of great Mediterranean places. I genuinely enjoy living here.
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Michael K.
nah I disagree
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Carson Baker
I'm a pharmacist and I've found it's been a really good experience overall. The community is decent and there's always something going on.
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